our passion outdoors
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Hey there, I’m Chris. We climb, hike & bike and are fulltime outdoor lovers. This is my blog on some of our adventures in the Bavarian rocky mountains and the rest of the world. If it gets quiet here, you’ll find us on the rocks or trails. Enjoy !
Chris
Will travel for climbs (really?)
Our climbs
Bouldering outdoors – do it right
Bouldering is an easy game. A pair of shoes, chalk bag, crashpad and off you go. Alone or with your friends. Long belay times are non-existent.
Mountain Moments
Schildenstein 1613m – hiking the Wolfsschlucht
The summer was scorching, truly exceptional. The heat was relentless, making it a memorable season. Unbearably hot, to say the least. Returning to the trail leading to Schildenstein, a path I’d hiked before,…
Gear chatter
The Merino Darn Tough Sock Review
I recently had the opportunity to try out the Merino Darn Tough socks. These socks have become my go-to choice for aerobic outdoor activities and the extended weekend sock. In this review, I’ll…
Choosing the right crash pad for bouldering
“A good spotter is better than any crash pad” I heard that often. But a crash pad catches the impact of your fall, prevents injuries better…
Climbing vs bouldering – same same but different
When I started climbing 2 decades back, bouldering was just a form of training at home or at the gym when you aren’t climbing. You make little boulder walls in your cellar, room, roof, stairway to resemble a particular crux that you are looking on to solve, or it’s just a wall to work on…
Outdoor Cooking
()callwhen: when hungry then cook else starve
You can eat out of the hydrated bag, or whip up a gourmet meal. Here’s a few easy and quick recipes for your next outdoor trip